Sr Associate Scientist, Sample Management

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Tarrytown, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Automated Biobanking Core is seeking a Senior Associate Scientist to support and advance automated and manual sample management operations. This position plays a key role in sustaining high-throughput biospecimen storage, retrieval, and distribution workflows while ensuring equipment reliability, operational continuity, and high-quality scientific support across Regeneron’s research and development programs. The successful candidate will work independently with automated systems, collaborate with cross-functional groups, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing sample management efficiency and system performance. As a Sr Associate Scientist, a typical day may include: Independently operate automated biospecimen storage and retrieval systems and liquid handlers. Troubleshoot and resolve system errors; perform routine maintenance and calibrations to ensure optimal performance. Monitor, document, and trend equipment performance to keep systems within defined specifications and uptime targets. Support manual and automated sample management and distribution workflows, ensuring continuous operation of automated cold‑storage technologies. Serve as a primary point of contact for ABC; coordinate with internal partners, IT, and external vendors to support clinical programs and collaborations and to resolve operational issues promptly. Partner with IT to develop and enhance software interfaces and data acquisition platforms supporting sample management. Identify, evaluate, and implement new strategies and technologies to improve workflow efficiency and system performance. Train and mentor sample management personnel on automated systems and best practices. Promote a safe, clean, and organized laboratory environment; adhere to safety requirements and proactively address potential issues. Communicate progress and results effectively; present at team and cross-functional meetings; model professionalism, integrity, and a strong work ethic; engage in ongoing professional development. To be considered, you must meet the following requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a Life Sciences discipline. Minimum 5 years of industry or relevant field experience. Experience with manual and automated sample management technologies and workflows (e.g., automated cold storage, retrieval systems, liquid handling platforms). Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to collaborate across a matrixed organization. Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which vary by location. In the U.S., benefits may include health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance), fitness centers, 401(k) company match, family support benefits, equity awards, annual bonuses, paid time off, and paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave) for eligible employees at all levels! For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the US, please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other countries’ specific benefits, please speak to your recruiter. Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we are most successful and work best when we are together. For that reason, many of Regeneron’s roles are required to be performed on-site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about Regeneron’s on-site policy and expectations for your role and your location. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business. For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions. For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location. Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc. Salary Range (annually) $80,300.00 - $131,100.00 Regeneron is a leading biotechnology company that invents life-transforming medicines for people with serious diseases. Founded and led for over 30 years by physician-scientists, our unique ability to repeatedly and consistently translate science into medicine has led to nine FDA-approved treatments and numerous product candidates in development, almost all of which were homegrown in our laboratories. Our medicines and pipeline are designed to help patients with eye diseases, allergic and inflammatory diseases, cancer, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, neurology, infectious diseases and rare diseases. Regeneron is also proud of award winning culture of innovation, being recognized as a Great Place to Work in 2021, Fast Company’s Best Workplace for Innovators in 2020, and Forbes JUST companies in 2020, among others.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a Life Sciences discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of industry or relevant field experience.
• Experience with manual and automated sample management technologies and workflows (e.g., automated cold storage, retrieval systems, liquid handling platforms).
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to collaborate across a matrixed organization.

Responsibilities

• Independently operate automated biospecimen storage and retrieval systems and liquid handlers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system errors; perform routine maintenance and calibrations to ensure optimal performance.
• Monitor, document, and trend equipment performance to keep systems within defined specifications and uptime targets.
• Support manual and automated sample management and distribution workflows, ensuring continuous operation of automated cold‑storage technologies.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for ABC; coordinate with internal partners, IT, and external vendors to support clinical programs and collaborations and to resolve operational issues promptly.
• Partner with IT to develop and enhance software interfaces and data acquisition platforms supporting sample management.
• Identify, evaluate, and implement new strategies and technologies to improve workflow efficiency and system performance.
• Train and mentor sample management personnel on automated systems and best practices.
• Promote a safe, clean, and organized laboratory environment; adhere to safety requirements and proactively address potential issues.
• Communicate progress and results effectively; present at team and cross-functional meetings; model professionalism, integrity, and a strong work ethic; engage in ongoing professional development.

Benefits

• health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance)
• fitness centers
• 401(k) company match
• family support benefits
• equity awards
• annual bonuses
• paid time off
• paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees